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Deborah Broadus-Muskauski Located in Washington, D.C. "My supervisor loves it. We no longer have to schedule an interpreter, we are able to get together more often for those quick brief chats." |
Deborah Broadus-Muskauski recently shared her exciting UbiDuo experience with us. Deborah, a Human Resources Specialist with the Department of Defense in Washington, DC, has been testing an early prototype (even with bugs and glitches) for the past six weeks. The first time Deborah used the device in her workplace, she thought it was awesome. "I LOVED the convenience of having it right on hand for those impromptu conversations," she said. The UbiDuo is easy to set up and operate - a big plus in Deborah's workplace. "If it had been difficult to set up or use, then I doubt it would get used much. I work in a very fast-paced environment," she said. Deborah also loved the UbiDuo's portability. Deborah said that the UbiDuo has changed the work environment for her as she interacts with co-workers and tradesmen. "It's easier to come and chat with me now. Not that it was difficult before, but it's easier now. My supervisor loves it. We no longer have to schedule an interpreter, we are able to get together more often for those quick brief chats." Before using the UbiDuo, Deborah relied upon her lip-reading skills to communicate with people who are hearing. She said, "because I lip read, they were spoiled and mostly wanted to continue the status quo, but a little convincing and they were eager to use it. It really did cut down on their need to repeat statements." Deborah even prefers the UbiDuo over having an interpreter. "I would much rather have the UbiDuo," she stated. "If I mispronounce a word, or use a sentence wrong, I can see my error instantly, but if I am using an interpreter, I will not know if she/he has mispronounced or mis-stated my sentences." Freedom through communication is sComm's motto, and Deborah felt that freedom herself. "Typing in real time without having to depend on lip-reading or an interpreter's presence was a very liberating experience!" she said. The UbiDuo is for everyone, according to Deborah. "Any Deaf, deaf, hard of hearing [would benefit from using the device]. In her opinion, "it should be in every hotel lobby, every restaurant, everywhere that the public frequents. |
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